Temporary Payroll Specialist - Leave Management Experienced - Remote

Remote Jobs; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR services provider is seeking a detail-oriented individual for a full-time role as a PTO Administrator. This position involves managing employee leaves, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with various teams. Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least one year of payroll or timekeeping experience. Familiarity with UKG systems is preferred. The role offers a salary of $20 per hour and career advancement opportunities.

Benefits

Full-time schedule with core hours

Equipment provided

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in payroll processing or timekeeping support.
• Proficiency in timekeeping systems, preferably UKG.
• Understanding of FMLA, STD, and PTO leave structures.

Responsibilities

• Accurately administer Paid Time Off (PTO) for employee leaves of absence.
• Apply PTO based on administration guidelines for union/non-union employees.
• Collaborate with HR and Payroll teams to resolve discrepancies.

Skills

PTO administration

Payroll processing

Timekeeping systems

Collaboration with HR

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

UKG Time and Attendance system

Job description

Employer Industry: Human Resources and Payroll Services

Why consider this job opportunity:

• Salary of $20 per hour
• Opportunity for career advancement and growth within the organization
• Full-time schedule with core hours from Monday to Friday, 8 am - 5 pm EST
• Equipment provided to perform job responsibilities
• Critical role in supporting absence management and ensuring compliance with policies

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):

• Accurately administer Paid Time Off (PTO) for employee leaves of absence within 24 hours of intake
• Apply PTO based on specific administration guidelines for union and non-union employees
• Manage multiple leave types while excluding Workers Compensation and Long-Term Disability
• Utilize UKG's Time and Attendance system to input and track time-off accurately
• Collaborate with HR, Payroll, Benefits, and Leave Management teams to resolve discrepancies and improve processes

What is Required (Qualifications):

• High School diploma or GED certificate
• 1+ years of experience in payroll processing or timekeeping support, preferably in a leave management or HR operations environment
• Proficiency with timekeeping and payroll systems, preferably UKG (Ultimate Kronos Group)
• Foundational experience with system-based rules/coding for time-off or payroll processing
• Understanding of FMLA, STD, and PTO leave structures

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):

• Experience working in a shared services or leave administration team
• Knowledge of multi-state employment laws relating to time off
• Familiarity with claims processing systems and absence case management tools

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